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3 reasons the Knicks will likely trade up in the 2021 NBA Draft

With the NBA draft set to commence on Thursday, July 29, the New York Knicks are arranging all of their last preparation and research before they have to make a few big decisions. Trade rumors have been circulating for the past few months, and while it is possible a blockbuster deal for Damian Lillard or Bradley Beal is on the table, it is more than likely that New York will end up trading their picks for a lottery selection.

According to Ian Begley of SNY, the Knicks are actively looking to move up:

The Knicks have explored opportunities to move up in Thursday’s Draft.